Xiao Xun'er couldn't help but recall what had happened a few years ago because of Xiao Yan's words.
It was when she had just arrived at the Xiao Clan, only four years old, when she suddenly received an anonymous letter!
The letter was very simple: "Be careful of the people around you!"
This made her feel very puzzled, but she also became a little more cautious.
Sure enough, one night later…
A little shadow sneakily snuck into her room.
And then…
Her "bodyguard" kicked the little shadow flying out with one kick! And told her that the little shadow was none other than her current Xiao Yan gege!
She had originally thought it was a mistake.
For so many years, she felt a little guilty towards him.
But now, combined with what Xiao Yan had just said, Xun'er felt something was very wrong! Thinking of this.
Xiao Xun'er immediately shifted her position, keeping a certain distance from Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan: Σ(⊙▽⊙"a?? "Xun'er..."
Xiao Xun'er didn't even look up, interrupting him: "Xiao Yan gege should be more concerned about how things are developing."
The sudden cold tone left Xiao Yan completely bewildered.
What was suddenly wrong with her? What did I do to upset her? I didn't do anything! Xiao Yan looked bitter, not knowing what was going on.
"Good to eat~"
Qi Yan'er savored her food, enjoying each bite.
However, her gaze kept drifting curiously towards a corner of the hall.
When she saw Xiao Xun'er shift her position, Qi Yan'er was secretly pleased: Oh goodie! They're already at each other's throats before I even do anything?
In the main hall.
Xiao Zhan and the three elders were warmly conversing with Ge Ye.
Their words were nothing more than pleasantries, just polite small talk.
Ge Ye looked at Xiao Zhan. Each time he opened his mouth, he found it difficult to speak, because what he was about to do was truly a despicable act.
Thankless work! If it weren't for Nalan Yanran's sake, he wouldn't bother.
"Sigh..."
After seeing Nalan Yanran glare at him again, Ge Ye had no choice but to stand up and give a cupped-fist salute to Xiao Zhan:
"Xiao Clan Leader, our visit to your clan this time isn't to discuss anything, but rather to request a favor!"
Hearing this, Xiao Zhan quickly stood up and politely said:
"If Mr. Ge Ye has something to say, please do. If it's within our capabilities, the Xiao Clan won't refuse."
"Hehe~"
Ge Ye smiled slightly, then pointed at Nalan Yanran:
"Xiao Clan Leader, do you recognize her?"
Seeing this, Xiao Zhan's heart skipped a beat, pretending not to know:
"Forgive my poor eyesight, but this young lady is…"
"Ahem~ Her name is Nalan Yanran."
Ge Ye said, his face beaming.
"Nalan Yanran! Could she be Old Man Nalan's granddaughter?"
Xiao Zhan was taken aback, then quickly forced a smile onto his face.
"So it's Niece Nalan. Uncle Xiao hasn't seen you in many years. Please don't blame your uncle for my poor eyesight!"
Nalan Yanran slowly stood up, smiling sweetly.
"Uncle Xiao, I've been busy and haven't been able to pay my respects. It's I who should apologize. How could Yanran dare to blame Uncle Xiao?"
Xiao Zhan stared at his good "daughter-in-law," his heart already aching.
This girl, is she really going to go too far?
Busy?
What could you have been busy with all these years? Raising a child?
She came to break the engagement herself, and she even brought a child!
Even though he thought this in his heart, things hadn't reached that point yet, and he didn't dare to take the initiative to make a move.
After all, the Misty Cloud Sect was a mountain he, the Xiao Clan, couldn't afford to offend.
"Nalan, I heard before that you were taken in by Sect Leader Yun. At the time, I thought it was just a rumor, but I didn't expect it to be true. Your talent is truly enviable!"
"It was just by chance that I was favored by my teacher."
With a shallow smile, Nalan Yanran seemed a little helpless.
Xiao Zhan's attitude was a bit too enthusiastic!
It made her a little afraid.
Qi Yan'er pouted slightly and whispered, "He wants to use his enthusiasm to shut you up, oh~"
Hearing this, Nalan Yanran immediately understood.
Then, her gaze shifted to Ge Ye.
Ge Ye: o(╥﹏╥)o Isn't this a matter for people? Why do I have to do it?
Ge Ye naturally understood Xiao Zhan's intentions.
But some things couldn't be changed so easily anymore.
"Clan Leader Xiao, what I'm here to discuss today is related to Yanran, and furthermore, Sect Leader himself has spoken!"
"Thump!"
Xiao Zhan's face immediately changed when Ge Ye spoke.
The Sect Leader of the Misty Cloud Sect personally addressed the matter! It seemed there was no room for negotiation. Poor Yan'er!
Xiao Zhan forcefully suppressed the rage in his heart, but his voice still trembled slightly:
"Mr. Ge Ye, please, tell me what's going on."
"It's like this..."
Ge Ye cleared his throat to ease the awkwardness. Thinking of the Sect Leader's command, he could only grit his teeth and force a smile: "As you know, Clan Leader Xiao, the Misty Cloud Sect has strict rules, and the Sect Leader has high expectations for Yanran."
"She is being groomed as the next Sect Leader, and according to the rules of the Misty Cloud Sect, before the Sect Leader's successor officially becomes the Sect Leader, she cannot have any relationship with any man!"
"Sect Leader asked Yanran about this, and only then did we learn she's already betrothed. So, Sect Leader hopes you can break off this engagement!"
"Crack!"
With a cracking sound, the jade cup in Xiao Zhan's hand shattered into dust.
Silence.
The meeting hall was quieter than ever, you could hear a pin drop.
Even the Xiao Clan's prodigies dared not utter another word; the atmosphere was incredibly heavy.
However, the three elders standing nearby wore mocking smiles.
Heh heh!
"Having the marriage annulled by force... we three old men want to see how you, Xiao Zhan, can still hold your position as clan leader!"
Seeing Xiao Zhan's extremely gloomy expression, Nalan Yanran didn't dare to raise her head, her fingers nervously intertwined.
Ge Ye had made his words so clear. Seeing that Xiao Zhan still hadn't spoken, he continued, "Clan Leader Xiao, I know this request is a bit difficult, but considering Sect Leader's face, just annul this marriage!"
"You're going too far!"
Xiao Zhan clenched his fists, and his angry roar exploded in the hall at that moment.
A powerful surge of Dou Qi erupted from his body!
Green Dou Qi covered his body, and a phantom lion's head had already condensed in front of him!
Seeing this, Ge Ye's face also darkened.
If you don't want to cooperate, don't blame him for getting rough!
Ge Ye moved, instantly positioning himself in front of Nalan Yanran.
As his hand shot out, it transformed into an eagle claw, radiating a sharp, sword-like energy!
"Ooh~"
Qi Yan'er, who had been happily eating her food, saw this fantastical scene and her eyes widened with excitement.
She had never witnessed a battle of this level before! However, as the auras of the two combatants erupted.
A powerful pressure filled the hall, instantly bearing down on Qi Yan'er and a group of young men and women who weren't very strong.
Qi Yan'er's face changed, feeling quite uncomfortable.
Luofan Village, at this moment.
Qi Fan had just stepped out of his door, preparing to go buy some liquor.
[Ding! Sensing that your daughter, Qi Yan'er, is being suppressed by someone's Dou Qi, she urgently requires a Qi Dissolving Pill. Price: 10,000 points. Would you like to exchange?]
[Qi Dissolving Pill: Dissolves the Dou Qi released by those below the Dou Ling level!]
"Exchange!"
Qi Fan didn't hesitate at all, waving his hand and spending the points! His daughter needed it, he had to give it! But Qi Fan was puzzled.
In just one day, how had she gotten into danger again?
Couldn't she need some food, drinks, or toys?
Too bad…
No one could answer him.
(End of Chapter)